Whether you're a member of Heughan's Heughligans, or have yet to encounter Diana Gabaldon's best-selling historical romance, it's hard to deny that the Outlander series is a global phenomenon.

Professor Willy Maley is arguably the University of Glasgow’s biggest Outlander fan. He joins Cia, ahead of the University’s upcoming Outlander academic conference, to share his love for Diana Gabaldon's fictional world. From how the novels and television series have inspired interest in Scotland's history, landscape and culture; to the way fans interact with Gabaldon's work across the globe, you'll long to travel through time with Claire and Jamie after listening to this episode.

Check out Willy's recent article on Outlander for the Historical Novel Society.

First published: 28 April 2023

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